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Op-ed: The 1619 Project centers us and our story

The 1619 Project is back in the news again. Created by New York Times columnist Nikole Hannah-Jones has many critics have a mouth full to say

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Regional chamber: Don’t wait on Dragon gas to save businesses - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

VIVEK CHARRAN, chairman of the Confederation of Regional Business Chambers, expressed concern over the future of TT business despite the Prime Minister's recent announcement that this country has received an exemption to access and produce Venezuelan gas from the Dragon Gas field. In a telepho

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Haiti – Doctors Without Borders Leaving Following Attack

After armed intruders dragged a patient from the hospital in Port-au-Prince and shot him dead a short distance away, Doctors Without Borders said Friday that it was stopping operations there. The organization, known by its French initials, MSF, stated in a news release that they ' violently dragged

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Linda Pace (May 24, 1947 ~ January 14, 2023) – Texas Metro News

Obituary Linda Sue W. Pace was the sixth child born to George and Neille Wilson on May 24, 1947, in Paris, Texas. At an early age, her Christian foundation grew in abundance. Her family united with Allen Chapel Baptist Church, under the leadership of Dr. J.R. Allen. In later years, she then united

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Biden Administration Seeking To Change Census Rules To Identify Latino/Hispanic As A Race Instead Of Ethnicity, Which May Prove Problematic - Blavity

A collection of civil servants convened by the Biden administration to rethink racial categories in the United States Census has proposed changes to how the census asks questions about race. As reported by Forbes, most notably, the committee has suggested creating a new racial classification for

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JUSTICE FOR TYRE NICHOLS, MANUEL "TORTUGUITA" TERON, AND KEENAN ANDERSON! | Chicago Defender

NO JUSTICE! NO PEACE! Come out on Monday, January 30 to Federal Plaza at 6 PM to demand Justice for Tyre Nichols, Keenan Anderson, Manuel “Tortuguita” Teron, and all those murdered by police! Rain, snow, or shine, we will be out in the streets this coming Monday demanding JUSTICE, for these

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WESTSIDE COMMUNITY WINS THE CHICAGO PRIZE | Chicago Defender

Church Leads in $10 Million Miracle Grant for Garfield Park This Sunday, New Mount Pilgrim Church celebrates securing the Pritzker Traubert Foundation’s $10 million community development grant to launch Sankofa Wellness Village. It’s the first major redevelopment in Garfield Park since the MLK

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Feels So Good: MA$E Honored With His Own Day In Harlem

MA$E has been recognized by his community in a profound way. He has been given his own day in Harlem. As spotted on Vibe Magazine the rapper was honored on Tuesday, January 24 in front of the world famous Apollo Theater on 125th Street. New York City Council Member Kevin C. Riley presented Betha

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Dragon Lady claims calypso censorship; not so, says tent management - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

CALYPSONIAN Lynette Steele, also known as Lady Gypsy, says there are certain political elements who want to censor her 2023 offering, Political Cemetery. In a brief, no-holds-barred interview on Sunday morning, the woman known in the fraternity as the Dragon Lady said she was told she would no

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WATCH the Video of the Beating of Tyre Nichols + Mother Speaks – Protestors Gather - The New York Beacon

*Via MSNBC/Joy Reid, watch the video of the beating/killing of Tyre Nichols and its analysis. In an exclusive interview, CNN’s Don Lemon speaks with the mother of Tyre Nichols, RowVaughn Wells, and his stepfather, Rodney Wells, on the day police are expected to release footage

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The Fish Hoek SAPS have opened an inquest into a fatal fall from Chapman’s Peak. Witnesses reportedly saw a man lose his balance before falling to his death.

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Black Business Profile: Kenya Freeman brings Project Runway skills & fashion inclusivity to Atlanta - The Atlanta Voice

Kenya Freeman, lead designer and CEO of Sylvia Mollie Collection, is looking to empower and inspire women to embrace their femininity through her clothing brand, aptly named after two of her greatest inspirations: her mother and grandmother. The post Black Business Profile: Ken

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Ministry hopes to ‘iron out’ TSC issues soon - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

EDUCATION Minister Dr Nyan Gadsby-Dolly said her ministry has held "a number of meetings" with the Teaching Service Commission (TSC) and denominational boards concerning a recent issue on the recruitment process for primary school teachers. Last week, the Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha (SDMS) sent

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Sacramento Leaders Express Horror, Outrage Over Murder Of Native Son Tyre Nichols - The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

By Verbal Adam, OBSERVER Correspondent, NNPA As protests erupted Friday in cities across America over the brutal killing of former Sacramento resident Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Memphis […]

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HBCU Tennessee State University Earns Two Grammy Nominations

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Alabama man held with ammo at Piarco airport - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

A 65-year-old United States man was arrested and charged for the possession of ammunition after he was found with bullets in his luggage while entering Trinidad on Sunday morning.

Police said the man, who is from Alabama, had his backpack screened at an in-transit checkpoint at th

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Knocking in Buccoo Reef's engine puts vessel on dry dock - Trinidad and Tobago Newsday

A mechanical issue on the Buccoo Reef fast ferry forced the vessel to return to the Port of Port of Spain on Monday morning. The vessel left the port at 8 am but by 8.49 am, just as it veered off near Chacachacare island, it turned around to make its way back to Trinidad. By 10 am the vessel

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Grammys Host Trevor Noah Previews The 2023 Awards, Talks Dance Lessons With Cardi B And This Harry Styles Interaction - Blavity

Comedian Trevor Noah will host the 65th Annual Grammy Awards for its return to Los Angeles, California, on February 5. Noah, who recently departed from Comedy Central's late-night satirical news and talk show The Daily Show, was not only asked to return to host for the

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Oprah Parties With Kim Kardashian, J. Lo And More While Celebrating 69th Birthday - Blavity

Oprah Winfrey's 69th birthday celebration was as glamorous as could be. The former daytime talk show host rang in her special day and the 25th anniversary of Anastasia Beverly Hills with a handful of her celebrity friends, including Kim Kardashian and Jennifer Lopez. The Kardashians star

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WAPA Taps V.I. Native Ashley Bryan for Interim COO Post

The V.I. Water and Power Authority has tapped Virgin Islands native Ashley Bryan to serve as its interim chief operating officer, electric, the utility announced Monday.

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Bahamas- All Bahamian Diplomats Out of Haiti

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Distrust of police: Black parents, children have ‘the talk’

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Tyre Nichols’ killing: What we know about the case that has shaken U.S. and the Black officers allegedly involved

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Jordan Brand Earned Nike $19B Of Which Michael Jordan Only Gets 5%

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SUPPORTERS of NLCB Bucooneers and RBC Redemption Soundsetters came out in their numbers on Sunday night during the preliminary round of judging for Tobago’s large steelbands in the national Panorama competition. Buccooneers, which entered the large band category in 2019, performed Leroy " Blac

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